AoP 2024

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Get inspiration by keynote speeches by globally recognized project management experts

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Keynote speakers

Keynote Speaker

Lee R. Lambert

A Founder of the PMP

A 47 year PMI member, A PMI Fellow and Founder of the PMP. He has spoken for 80 Chapters in 51 countries and has provided PM training for over 50,000 professionals

Project Manager or Artist? This question is often ask.

My presentation will examine the similarities and differences so you can answer the question yourself. I think you will be surprised!

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Lynn Shannon

Board of Directors 2023-2025, 2023 Compensation and Talent Committee (CTC) Chair

Lynn Shannon, PMP, PMI-PBA, DASSM, PMO-CP has served on the Board of Directors of Project Management Institute since 2023. She is a long-time PMI volunteer and past president of the PMI Chapter in Toronto, Canada, and Region Three Mentor. She is the Chair of PMI’s Compensation and Talent Committee currently.

Megatrends: Navigating Global Forces in Project Management

In today’s interconnected world, project managers must navigate powerful global forces that impact people, the planet, and innovation. This presentation explores these Megatrends and the key themes that run through them: collaboration, urgency, interconnectedness and technology. Learn how understanding these trends can foster a creative, resilient mindset and improve project performance. This session offers critical insights on applying new skills and approaches to navigate the complexities of our fast-changing world. Don’t miss the chance to prepare yourself for the future of project management.

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László Kónya

Board Member-at-large at AmCham Hungary

László Kónya, PMP is Board Member-at-large at AmCham Hungary since December 2022, and has an active role in increasing the competitiveness of Hungary, with special focus on the human capital development. Since February 2022, he has assumed the role of Managing Director of Deutsche Telekom IT Solutions Hungary. Teaches at the Corvinus University “Project Management in the Digital World”, as part of a PMI-supported international course. Strong believer of life long learning and conscious career development.

Your Personal Brand – A Journey Beyond the Surface

In a world saturated with noise, how will You stand out when you're not in the room? This isn’t just about logos or LinkedIn profiles—it’s about the promise you keep every day, the perception that lingers long after you’re gone. Your personal brand is evolving, whether you control it or not. Learn how to craft it with purpose, ignite influence, and command attention. From self-reflection to continuous learning, we’ll explore how to maximize your range, shatter limitations, and turn your reputation into a living, breathing force of impact. Ready to define the brand that will change the game? Let’s go.

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Panel discussion

The future of the Project Management

There is an increasing demand of new project managers, no doubt about it. But how would project management look like in 5-10 years in terms of community, certifications, enterprises, Z-generation, universities or freelancers. Let's discuss it with distinguished experts.

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Dezső Dudás, MSc, PMP

PMI Budapest, Chapter President

Applying project management tools and techniques will always help me to find answers for challenges of work or family. I am committed to both my personal improvement and the to develope my milieu and I consider it important to exploit my knowledge and experience to enrich the professional community.

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Panelists

 

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LuAnn Pickard, PMP

Chair of the Board of Directors of Project Management Institute

Piccard is a professor and chair of the Project Management Department at the University of Alaska Anchorage, USA. In addition to her career in academia, Piccard has more than 20 years of experience in technology-sector project and portfolio management, including 10 years as a senior executive for Hewlett Packard, Agilent Technologies, and Advanced Energy Industries, where she led complex, profitable, and cross-functional businesses serving customers worldwide.

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Bálint Blaskovics, PhD., PMP

Head of department, program director at Corvinus

Bálint Blaskovics, PhD, PMP has 15 years of teaching and research experience in project management and has been managing innovative and complex project projects for 14 years or providing consultancy in this topic. He has developed, upgraded, or supervised numerous programs and courses. He is now the head of the Department of Project Management and the program director of a postgraduate program at Corvinus University of Budapest. He has a strong interest in the soft side of project management and digital/virtual project management.

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Dániel Juhász, MBA, PMP, ACP

Freelance Project and Program Manager, Partner at Zenith Vanguard

Dániel is a Project Management Consultant and Partner at Zenith Vanguard, with over 15 years of experience in digital / organizational transformation. He specializes in providing project management and consulting services across a wide range of industries, from IT services to non-profit organizations. He is passionate about researching modern work methods and their impact on people, organizations, and the environment. A freelancer at heart, he has successfully led international teams through some of the toughest challenges, all in good spirit and focused on delivering value. 

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Hegyközi Georgina, PMP

Winner of the Young Project professional award in 2022

Georgina Hegyközi is a PMP certified Project Manager at Robert Bosch Kft., working in the instrument cluster development area for the automotive mobility sector. Her background is chemical engineering, got MsC degree at Budapest University of Technology and Economics. She started her carreer at Bosch Group in Budapest in 2017 as a student, and immediately found her passion in project management. She obtained the Young Project Management Professional award in 2022, since then she is part of the jury of this award.

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László Kónya, PMP

Board Member-at-large at AmCham Hungary

László Kónya is Board Member-at-large at AmCham Hungary since December 2022, and has an active role in increasing the competitiveness of Hungary, with special focus on the human capital development. With over 25 years of experience in the domains of IT and telecommunications, he commenced his career in software development and project management, fulfilling 7 different professional and leadership roles before joining Telekom. Has an active PMP certification and contributed to the creation of the PgMP certification as a volunteer of PMI. Teaches at the Corvinus University “Project Management in the Digital World”, as part of a PMI-supported international course. Strong believer of life long learning and conscious career development.

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Thriving in Uncertainty

In a world of uncertainty, project managers must master adaptability to stay ahead. Join us for a dynamic exploration of how adaptability can unlock new opportunities and propel your career growth in an ever-changing European landscape.

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Relocation use case

This is something we all may have done in our work or private lives. Some of us may be relocating soon, so it is surely a timely subject. We will be approaching the subject through the lenses (viewpoint) of three different personas.

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Life-Long Career Journey and Modern-Day Workplaces

Immerse yourself in the dynamic world of project management in our breakout session 'Life-Long Career Journey and Modern-Day Workplaces'. Engage with top industry experts as they reveal the secrets to success in project management.

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Unveiling the Drivers of Project Success

Join us for an engaging and interactive PMI session where we delve into the key drivers of project success. This session is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the critical factors that contribute to successful project outcomes.

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The Cycle of Learning and Development

Some decide what they want to be in high school. Others choose a university or start working by chance or based on the opportunities that arise. Some people consciously prepare for a career, and some people are pushed there by life. There are also those who want to switch on the go.

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Bridging Roles and Generations: PM - BA Collaboration and the Rise of Gen Z Project Managers

In today’s fast-paced project environments, the roles of Project Managers (PMs) and Business Analysts (BAs) are essential but often overlap, leading to ambiguity and friction. Understanding the distinct contributions of each role — and learning how they can work in synergy — is key to driving project success.

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